Shadowbound Dagger

Weapon

Rare Requires Attunement

Properties:

Finesse, Light, Thrown (range 20/60)

Special Ability: Shadow Step (1/short rest):

As a bonus action, the attuned rogue can use the dagger to step into the shadows, teleporting up to 15 feet to an unoccupied space they can see that is in dim light or darkness.

Description

The Shadebound Dagger is a captivating and sleek weapon, its entire presence wrapped in an air of mystery. Crafted with precision, its slender blade is forged from a deep, obsidian-like material that seems to absorb ambient light, leaving an ethereal trail of darkness in its wake. The hilt is elegantly designed, featuring intricate patterns reminiscent of coiled shadows, and the pommel holds a small, onyx gem that gleams mysteriously.

As you run your fingers along the dagger's surface, you feel a subtle chill, as if the shadows themselves are drawn to the blade. When closely examined, the blade reveals faint, ever-shifting patterns resembling wisps of shadow. The hilt, while lightweight, feels sturdy and perfectly balanced in the hand.

When the Shadebound Dagger is unsheathed in dim light or darkness, the obsidian blade seems to intensify, emanating a soft, otherworldly glow that accentuates its enigmatic nature. As you hold it, you sense a connection to the shadows, as if the dagger itself is a conduit to a realm of concealed secrets and swift, elusive movements. The very essence of the dagger whispers of hidden pathways and the art of remaining unseen.